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CT5004: Computing Technology Placement

Please note this module descriptor is indicative of the structure of this course and may be subject to change.

CT5004: Computing Technology Placement

Module Title

Computing Technology Placement

Module Code

CT5004

Module Tutor

Simon Dove

School

Business School

CAT Points

120

Level of Study

5

Brief Description

Twelve months work based learning

Indicative Syllabus

Twelve month period of work experience relevant to the student's field of study. Learning driven by practical experience in the work place. Progress and development assessed against an agreed framework of objectives.

Learning Outcomes

A student passing this module should be able to:

Appreciate a business/organisation, its products and/or services and how it earns money and remains viable,

Understand the inter-relationship between different business functions,

Carry out company based tasks, of an appropriate level relevant to their studies, with minimal supervision,

Better understand the sector they are working within and the external and internal influencers and constraints,

Gain an appreciation of the range of professional skills appropriate to a specific employment sector,

Learning and Teaching Activities

Scheduled Contact Hours: 12Scheduled Hours on Placement: 1188

Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide)

001: 100% Coursework: Individual, portfolio: 4000 words or equivalent

Special Assessment Requirements

Indicative Resources

The current reading list can be found in the Module Guide, which your lecturer should make available via Moodle.

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